Our trip to The Netherlands renewed my spirit and left me feeling incredibly grateful. I’ll share photos and an essay about our travel adventures soon. Also, the trip reaffirmed my theory that most people are good, despite the horrific events that dominate the headlines.

With that, let's move onto this month's link roundup. The essays and books included in this roundup aren’t necessarily “happy.” However, the articles inspired me to take action. Also, I linked to a few pieces that are light-hearted.

2. "Don’t lose hope just because some people are the worst. Some people are the best, too. The rest of us are somewhere in between, but we keep striving for better. Charitable acts are one way to help us get there.” —via Sara Benincasa, What to Do About Charlottesville

12. I’m teaching my online journaling course, Write to Flourish, in September. If you’ve been thinking about taking the class, enroll. I’m not planning on teaching this class again until 2018. Register here.

13. In October, I’m speaking at the Tiny House Jamboree in Arlington, Texas. The title of my talk is Life in 128-Square Feet and Beyond. I’ll share why I simplified my life, what it was like to live in 128-square-feet for 4 years, and offer attendees tips and tools to go small, think big, and be happy. Hope to see you there!

14. I extended my digital book sale through August because Everyday Adventures is available on the Kindle for $1.99. I’d be grateful if you bought a copy and left a review on Amazon. Grab your copy: Print | Kindle | PDF

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